Ellen is an experienced and gifted therapist with more than 28 years of counseling in trauma, experiential therapy, addictions, mental health and human services.

I graduated from the Contemplative Psychotherapy department at Naropa University after an undergraduate education at the University of Washington. I have five-years experience in the mental health field.

I specialize in life transitions and loss/grief. Related fields in which I also have experience are trauma recovery, sexual abuse/trauma, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders.

My use of mindfulness and acceptance-based techniques encourages a compassionate exploration of your experience, and a collaborative relationship towards balance and well-being. Additionally, my training in neuropsychology will inform our work towards integrating the many levels of mind, body and spirit.

To learn more about me (photos, location, orientation,etc.), I invite you to visit my website at www.balancedtransitions. com.

Private practice and Rose Transition Home - 6 bed therapeutic transitional living for women who have successfully completed a drug/alcohol treatment program.

Some describe my style as warm, sincere, and humorous with purposeful, gentle challenge. Our time together will be a safe space to work and challenge certain thoughts and behaviors that may not be serving you in achieving your goals. I offer compassion, support, and gentle collaboration in discovering your needs, desires, fears, and most true self.